Auditing, Automotive Industry, Automotive Manufacturing, Calendar Management, Casting, Change Requests/Orders, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Cross-Functional, Document Control, Document Management, Documentation, External Audit, ISO 9001, Information Technology/Systems Audit, Internal Audit, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Metrics, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Support Documentation, Systems Administration/Management, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis
Job Title: Quality Systems Specialist
Company: Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee Inc.
Department: Quality Systems
Location: Clinton, TN
Position Summary
As a Quality Systems Specialist at Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee, you will be responsible for maintaining, improving, and ensuring compliance of the Quality Management System (QMS) to IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 standards within an automotive manufacturing environment. This role leads internal auditing, supports external audits, manages system processes (CARA, ICAR, document control, layered audits), and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
Position Responsibilities
The candidate is expected to perform the following functions that the company has determined are essential to this position:
Quality Management System (QMS) Oversight
- Maintain and improve the QMS in compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 requirements
- Ensure procedures, processes, and records align with customer-specific requirements (CSRs)
- Support updates related to organizational changes, process changes, and audit findings
- Lead QMS-related projects and system enhancements
Internal Audit Program Management
- Plan, schedule, and execute internal audits (system, process, and product audits)
- Manage internal audit reporting and follow-up activities
- Train and mentor internal auditors
- Ensure closure and effective verification of audit findings
External Audit Coordination
- Act as a contact for IATF certification body audits
- Coordinate audit logistics, documentation, and cross-functional participation
- Support responses to audit findings and ensure timely closure
Corrective Action System
- Manage the Corrective and Preventive Action system
- Ensure root cause analysis (e.g., 5 Why, Fishbone) is properly conducted
- Track corrective actions to completion and verify effectiveness
- Identify trends and drive systemic improvements
Layered Process Audits (LPA)
- Administer the layered audit system (e.g., LPA/Tiered audits)
- Ensure audit compliance across all levels of the organization
- Monitor results, identify gaps, and escalate issues as needed
- Report on performance metrics to leadership
Document Control
- Maintain document control systems for procedures, work instructions, and forms
- Manage document revisions, approvals, obsolescence, and distribution
- Support document change requests and approval workflows
- Ensure accessibility and compliance across departments
- Assist in creation and launch of new document control system
Management Review & Reporting
- Prepare data and reports for Management Review meetings
- Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as audit results, corrective action trends, and compliance metrics
- Support executive-level reporting for quality system performance
Special Audits & Programs
- Support:
- Product launch audits
- Special process audits (as applicable)
- Customer-specific audits
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and system upgrades
Training & Awareness
- Develop and deliver training related to QMS, auditing, and compliance
- Promote quality awareness across the plant
- Address issues such as audit integrity through training and communication
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Aisin World Corp of America